Kobe Bryant has long* been an advocate for patiently building basketball teams until they reach their full potential naturally, especially when the Lakers are involved** in the discussion.
And since hanging up his Nikes for good, Bryant has stayed somewhat active in helping the young Lakers get the most out of their games, including working out with Kyle Kuzma.
That’s why it was no surprise when over the summer, Bryant advocated for the Lakers to be patient with their young core, a point he reiterated when talking about them at the team’s recent “All Access” event (via Kyle Goon of the O.